Police, community and calendar briefs for Sept. 14, 2013

Ocala Police Department SWAT team members conduct a drug raid on a home on Northwest 22nd Ct. in Ocala on Friday.

Erik Pedersen/Special to the Star-Banner

Published: Friday, September 13, 2013 at 10:00 p.m.

Last Modified: Friday, September 13, 2013 at 5:54 p.m.

POLICE BEAT

2 men arrested on possession charges

Agents with the Unified Drug Enforcement Strike Team said they plan to bring charges against two men following an undercover operation that took place Friday afternoon.

According to officials with the team, they received information about drugs being sold from a residence at 2018 NW 14th St. in Ocala. Agents conducted an undercover operation there and gained enough evidence to make an arrest.

Inside the home were Antron Latrell Davis, 30, and Terrill Antonio Brooks, 26. Officials said they will be charged with possession of marijuana with intent to sell.

Authorities said the marijuana was a small amount.

The men were led to patrol cars Friday afternoon, en route to the Marion County Jail for booking.

Motorcycle stolen from shed on owner’s land

A motorcycle valued at $13,000 was reported stolen Thursday.

The owner of the 2011 Honda motorcycle said she noticed the sliding door to a metal shed on property in the 12000 block of N. U.S. 27 was open. The motorcycle, which had the keys in the ignition, was missing. The shed doors were closed, but not locked, the woman said.

Anyone with information can call the Marion County Sheriff’s Office at 732-9111 or Crime Stoppers at 368-STOP, text a tip to 274637 using the keyword 368stop or respond via www.ocalacrimestoppers.com.

Officials seeking people behind home vandalism

OCKLAWAHA — Deputies hope someone can help them find the person or persons responsible for causing roughly $60,000 worth of damage to an Ocklawaha home.

The owner of the property told a deputy that about two months ago she had received an electric bill for $80 and went to the home, in the 15000 block of S. U.S. 301, and saw that the air conditioner was on. She turned it off and left. When she returned Thursday, she saw mold throughout the home and found that the bathtubs had been filled with water and the carpets were all soaked.

Marion County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Louis Pulford noted in his report that the walls and other surfaces inside the home were covered with mold, especially in the master bedroom.

Anyone with information can call the Marion County Sheriff’s Office at 732-9111 or Crime Stoppers at 368-STOP, text a tip to 274637 using the keyword 368stop or respond via www.ocalacrimestoppers.com.

COMMUNITY

Volunteer income tax assistance training

United Way of Marion County is looking for volunteers interested in preparing taxes for free through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. No experience is necessary and certification training is provided.

Informational meetings will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 3 at the United Way office, 1401 NE Second St. Ocala.

Volunteers will provide assistance to county residents beginning in January.

For more information or to register, contact Marsha Holloway at 732-9696, ext. 215, or mholloway@uwmc.org.

Auditions for ‘The 39 Steps’ set for Sept. 24

Open auditions for the play “The 39 Steps” will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 23 and Sept 24 at the Ocala Civic Theatre, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala.

Roles are available for five actors able to quickly change directions, accents and characters.

It is only necessary to attend one night of auditions. Anyone unable to attend the scheduled auditions can request a separate appointment. Newcomers are encouraged to audition.

No preparation is necessary; those auditioning will be asked to give readings from the script, which available at the theater and may be checked out for one week with a $10 refundable deposit.